OmnisSonics Medical Technologies is using ultrasound to precisely destroy tissue. The initial application of its technology will be to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).

Just a few years ago, Tenet was overshadowed nearly to invisibility by the Columbia/HCA juggernaut. Now it has reversed roles, and suppliers have come courting. But instead of playing by traditional group purchasing rules, Tenet hopes to make its mark by going in the opposite direction from everyone else, shaking up a stagnant industry.

Minimally-Invasive Surgery. SuturTek develops and manufactures mechanical suturing technology and devices for minimally-invasive surgery. Its products allow surgeons to suture quickly without holding and manipulating needles by hand and without the use of needle holders. SuturTek is focusing initially on cardiovascular surgery.